Urban Services Manager
Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Urban Services Manager to join the Infrastructure Team!
* Permanent full time - 35 hours per week
* Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
* Weekly pay cycle
* Salary range $2280.20 - $2735.66 per week
About the Role
To lead, manage and contribute to the professional performance of Gilgandra Shire's Infrastructure Services section by being responsible for the coordination, resourcing and managing the construction, maintenance and/or repair of works in urban and village areas (excluding roads) of the shire for both local and state items of infrastructure.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
About You
Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:
* Degree in Civil Engineering and/or equivalent relevant work experience
* Current drivers licence Class C
* Possession of a WH&S Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)
* Previous experience with operating water and sewerage reticulation systems
* Previous experience with planning and programming open space maintenance works
* Previous experience in contract management, including tender preparation, evaluation and contract administration.
* Previous experience with staff management, including the ability to lead, guide and monitor team performance
* Strong program and project management abilities, including managing multiple and competing budgets, schedules and resourcing
* Demonstrated understanding and commitment to WHS, quality standards and environmental issues
* Sound organisational skills with ability to manage own workload in an environment with competing work priorities
* Ability to write detailed reports relating to one or a number of civil items or work or projects
* Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with the public, internal stakeholders and staff at all levels
* Ability to prepare for and conduct meetings and lead group discussions
* Good understanding of computers having the ability to use Microsoft software programs such as Word and Excel, communicate with emails and submit progress claims and acquittals via funding portals
* Possess the personal drive to complete tasks without the necessity of adhering to standard work hours
Benefits
* Weekly pay cycle
* 12% employer contribution to superannuation
* 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay
* Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council
* PPE Provided
* Ongoing learning and development
* 15 days sick leave
* Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
* Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community!
Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Friday 17 October 2025.
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